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Orca Share Media1678427750928 7039836229431171401 PDF
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Orca Share Media1678427750928 7039836229431171401 PDF
WHAT`S IN
Do you have any idea what Inquiries, Investigations, and Immersion is? It is a
common subject included in K-12 Basic Education Curriculum. This will develop the
critical thinking and problem solving skills through qualitative and quantitative
researches.
Inquiry is defined as “the systematic search of information, knowledge, and truth
about certain thing”. It is the process of solving problem through researching and
probing. It involves questioning and interrogation.
Investigation is the systematic examination to uncover facts regarding the matter.
Investigation is done carefully and by thoroughly inspecting details in organized
manner and assessing facts which are uncovered in the process.
Immersion means that the researchers immerse themselves in the culture they are
studying. The payoff of immersion is usually immense as the researcher can gain
more information than through other method.
WHAT`S NEW
Another meaning from the American College of Dictionary, 1964 states that
research is a diligent and systematic inquiry or investigation into a subject in order to
discover facts or principles.
In addition to, OECD, 2002 states that research comprises “creative work
undertaken on a systematic basis in order to increase the stock of knowledge of man,
culture and society, and the use of this stock of knowledge to devise new applications.
TWO TYPES OF RESEARCH
Quantitative research entails the collection of numerical data and exhibiting
the view of relationship between theory and research as deductive, a predilection for
natural science approach, and as having an objectivist conception of social reality,
Bryman and Bell (2005, p. 154).
Qualitative research, on the other hand, asks broad questions and collects
word data from phenomena or participants. The researcher looks for themes and
describes the information in themes and patterns exclusive to that set of participants.
Given the meaning of research, why is it that research is so important for you
as student? Here are some reasons.
• research enhances knowledge
• research clarifies confusion
• research helps students to have a proper understanding of the
subject
• research helps students to learn about the methods and issues
• research helps students understand the published work
• research helps students learn to create a balance between
collaborative and individual work
• research helps students know their interest
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RESEARCH
EXAMPLE: Information
2.
INQUIRY
EXAMPLE: Asking
3..
INVESTIGATION
EXAMPLE: Scientific
4..
IMMERSION
EXAMPLE: Involvement
WHAT I CAN DO
Directions: Use the identified word/s from the first activity in a sentence and
write a paragraph related to the given word. Do this activity in a separate sheet of
paper.
“RESEARCH”
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“INVESTIGATION”
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LESSON
Inquiries, Investigations, and Immersion
Research Topics
2
WHAT`S NEW
WHAT IS IT
Make the Topic Relevant. Choose to write about topics that are relevant. In
order to make your topic timely, focus on current issues or find a way to make your
preferred topic relevant to what is going on in the world. For example, a topic with
regards to school bullying might seem to be overused. Think of some topics that are
rarely or yet to be used as a research topic.
1. Clarity is the most important quality of any research topic. The topic
should have to be clear so that others can easily understand the nature of your
research. The research topic should have a single interpretation so that people cannot
get distracted. The topic should have to be very clear in your mind so that you can
properly undertake it.
BRAINSTORMING
It. can help you develop an idea for a topic and identify questions and keywords.
Brainstorming, mindmaps and concepts maps are terms that are often used
interchangeably. They all refer to a quick, simple technique for generating and
focusing ideas and making connections between concepts.
When brainstorming, don't worry about grammar, spelling, or formatting initially. Just
jot down ideas until you can't think of anymore, then go back and make connections
between the ideas. If an idea appeals to you, make it the center idea on a new piece
of paper and brainstorm more details.
Example of a mindmap.
Example of Brainstorming 2: Concept Map
WHAT`S MORE
Directions: Think of specific research topics from the broad topics listed below.
Write your answers in a separate sheet of paper. Use the rubric as your
guide.
online games
social media
grades
malnutrition
teenage pregnancy
college courses
sports
drugs
gadgets
online classes For example:
Broad Topic: Grades
Specific Topic: Impacts of Absenteeism to the Number of Dropouts in School.
ASSESSMENT
Directions: Multiple Choice: Read the questions carefully and select the letter of the
correct answer. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
21. John is doing his research, which of the following is the mistake committed by
John in doing his research?
A. John paraphrased skillfully to avoid the exact statement of his source.
B. John quoted accurately and directly the source of his research.
C. John signaled the presence of a quotation skillfully.
D. John acknowledge his source carefully.
22. Which of the following is NOT a consideration when writing a research title?
A. the title must be in phrase form.
B. the title must be limited to 10 to 15 substantive words.
C. indicate accurately the subject and the scope of the study.
D. should include analysis of, study of, and investigation of and the like.
23. What is the process of solving problem through researching and probing?
A. Inquiry C. Immersion
B. Investigation D. Research
24. Which of the following is done carefully and by thoroughly inspecting details in an
organized manner?
A. Inquiry C. Immersion
B. Investigation D. Research
27. Johnny is angry that he is going to make another research paper in the next
semester; Henry, Johnny’s classmate explained that research is important for
students like them in what manner?
A. To create conflict among students like them.
B. To communicate and convey their ideas.
C. To be included in the honor roll.
D. To get good grades.
29. Cathy is making a quantitative research and she is aware that among the following
is the most widely used branch of mathematics in quantitative research?
A. Algebra C. Statistics
B. Calculus D. Trigonometry
30. Which is an ongoing process in which researchers explore, define and refine their
ideas?
A. Asking questions C. Making the statement of the problem
B. Choosing a topic D. Writing questionnaires
31. Which of the following is a sign of a good research topic? A. Creating confusion to
readers.
B. Translating into irrelevant research value.
C. Demonstrating the usefulness of the study.
D. Displaying irrelevance of the research paper.
32. When you are writing a research paper, you should be aware that all of the
following are characteristics of a good research EXCEPT?
A. The topic should be relevant C. The topic educates the readers
33. Which of the following is the most important quality of a research topic?
A. The topic is broad C. The topic is complicated
B. The topic is clear D. The topic is vague
34. Which of the following is a well phrased and easy to understand research topic?
A. Clear C. Relevant
B. Simple D. Well defined
35. Sydney does not use technical terms in her research topic, instead, she uses
words that can be easily understand by people. Which of the following defines
Sydney’s research topic?
A. Clear C. Relevant
B. Simple D. Well defined
36. Jane makes use of the topic, “Covid 19 in Dagupan City”. Which of the following
quality describe the research of Jane?
A. Clear C. Relevant
B. Current importance D. Well defined
38. Why is it that students are advised to have a narrow and simple topic instead of a
broad one?
A. A narrow topic will lead you to summarize your research.
B. A narrow topic will confuse the readers about the research.
C. A narrow topic will give the readers a clear idea on your research.
D. A narrow topic will only lead to more revisions and expenses on your
research.
39. Caleb is frustrated because he cannot find additional resources for his research.
Where can Caleb find additional resources for his research?
A. Google C. Hearsay from their other friend
B. Gossips of their neighbors D. Story of his grandfather
40. Paul does not like the topic given by his teacher. Paul cannot do well on his
research PRIMARILY because?